HOLLYWOOD MEETS SERENITY
Santani Wellness Kandy, renowned as one of Asia’s best wellness retreats, has made its mark in Hollywood by being featured in this year’s prestigious Everyone Wins nominee gift bags. These gift bags are presented to Oscar nominees in showpiece categories including Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director and others. For over two decades, these coveted […]
CHUGGING THROUGH PARADISE
In a recent article for National Geographic Traveller (UK), award-winning travel writer Lorna Parkes takes readers on an unforgettable journey through one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic train routes – the Kandy-Ella line. Known for its stunning views, the train ride winds through the island’s lush highlands and offers glimpses into Sri Lanka’s vibrant rural […]
ARTISTIC DIVERSITY AND CREATIVITY ON SHOW
Sri Lanka’s popular open-air art fair Kala Pola returned for the 32nd year on 16 February, at Cinnamon Gardens’ Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha (formerly Green Path). With its unique offering of artistic diversity and creativity, this year’s event boasted a legacy of more than three decades of promoting local visual art. Conceptualised and introduced by The […]
BRINGING SIGIRIYA TO LIFE
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is changing the game for tourism with the launch of the Sigiriya virtual reality experience. Guests can now travel 1,500 years back in time to explore the ancient rock fortress… without leaving the comfort of the resort. As the first resort in Sri Lanka to introduce the Sigiriya VR experience, it is […]
THE FORUM WITH VIRANGA WICKRAMARATNE
FOOD SECTOR CHALLENGES This week on LMDtv Ruwandi Perera speaks with the CEO of Keells Food Products Viranga Wickramaratne
CREPE RUNNER GOES GLOBAL
From humble beginnings as a food truck on the streets of Colombo, Crepe Runner has evolved into a global sensation. This beloved Sri Lankan brand is making waves internationally with outlets in the Maldives, India and Qatar – and lately, a new branch in Metro Manila in the Philippines. Despite facing numerous challenges like the […]
AHANGAMA’S NEW FLAVOUR REVOLUTION
A hot new culinary pop-up is making waves in the coastal hub of Ahangama. A three month venture by restaurateur Dom Fernando, FRIDA is bringing the bold and smoky flavours of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula to Sri Lanka. Located at Sundays Cafe, FRIDA offers a modern spin on Mexican street food, featuring flame grilled dishes and […]
THE FORUM WITH THUSITH GUNAWARNASURIYA
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REVIEW This week on LMDtv Ruwandi Perera speaks with the Chief Operating Officer of Siam City Cement Thusith Gunawarnasuriya
COLOMBO AND SRI LANKA MAKE WAVES
We are making waves on the global stage with the latest Brand Finance reports showcasing the nation’s impressive rise in several key rankings. For starters, Colombo ranks 33rd globally for accessibility and liveability, according to the Brand Finance Global City Index. Sri Lanka’s visa free entry for nationals from 35 countries makes the commercial capital […]
WHOA SRI LANKA FOR IQ!
In a study based on data from more than 1.35 million people who were tested on the International IQ Registry website across the globe, Sri Lanka was ranked No. 12 from among 126 countries on 1 January. China, South Korea and Japan (in this order) grabbed the top three spots. “The average IQ by country […]